Test Kinh Gioi (Elsholtzia ciliata) Check out our other listings! Kinh Gioi, also known as Vietnamese Balm, is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia that is used for both culinary and ornamental purposes. Plant grows to about 2 to 3 feet in height and produces spiked, blue to purple flowers that bloom from late summer to early fall. The leaves, which are deep green and serrated, have a strong citrusy aroma with hints of lemon and mint, and a flavor that is slightly sweet with a peppery finish. Can be eaten fresh in salads, spring rolls, soups, and broths, or dried and crushed for use as a seasoning. Used in traditional medicine to treat a number of ailments including headaches, colds, and digestive issues. Start indoors about 3 weeks before the last spring frost. Sow seeds on the soil’s surface in individual pots or seed trays, then lightly cover the seeds with a sprinkling of soil. Keep soil moist until germination, which should occur within 7 to 14 days. 70 to 80 days to maturity. Contact Us Don’t hesitate to contact us via eBay messages if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions. We’re always happy to hear from our customers, and we’ll gladly assist you in any way we can. Shipping All orders under $15.00 are shipped USPS First Class without tracking. If your order does not arrive after 10 business days, please reach out to us via eBay messages! Disclaimer We do everything we can to ensure your seeds will arrive to you in the best condition possible. Unfortunately, accidents can happen once the seeds leave our care and are with the U.S. Postal Service. If you aren’t 100% satisfied with the condition your seeds are in once they reach you, please contact us immediately and we’ll do our best to correct the issue.